Australia’s new arrival control law raises questions for students and workers returning homeNew amendments grant the Minister for Home Affairs of Australia enforces visa-specific restrictions. Currently, these guidelines primarily ...
21 Oct, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
Canada study permit wait rises to 7 weeks for Indians; work permits remain at 11 weeksCurrent processing times for study permits for Indian students have surged to about seven weeks in Canada. Work permits, however, maintain ...
21 Oct, 2026, 12.48 PM IST
Infosys, TCS and Cognizant cut H-1B lottery registrations as Trump tightens US visa rulesInfosys, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Cognizant registered far fewer candidates for the US H-1B visa lottery for fiscal year 2027, a...
19 Oct, 2026, 04.07 PM IST
US lawmakers propose raising H-1B salary threshold to nearly $140,000 for some workersIn a significant move, Republican lawmakers are advocating for a new bill that would raise the H-1B visa salary cap to almost $140,000, ref...
18 Oct, 2026, 02.43 PM IST
Thiruvananthapuram International Airport to suspend flights for Arattu procession on October 20Flight operations at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport will be paused for five hours on October 20 to accommodate the Alpassi Arattu...
18 Oct, 2026, 01.46 PM IST
More US universities may face J-1 visa fraud probes, says Labor Department IG D'EspositoUS universities, including prestigious institutions, are under investigation for potential J-1 visa fraud and improper wage practices. Alle...
17 Oct, 2026, 07.11 PM IST
VFS Global opens its first Visa Application Centre in GuwahatiVFS Global has inaugurated a Visa Application Centre in Guwahati to improve access to visa services. This facility will handle applications...
15 Oct, 2026, 07.43 PM IST
VFS Global inaugurates its first visa application centre in Guwahati for 14 countriesVFS Global has inaugurated its first visa application centre in Guwahati, Assam, catering to multiple countries. The facility aims to serve...
15 Oct, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
UK to introduce contactless airport eGates, making entry faster for travellersThe United Kingdom is implementing a new contactless airport entry system using facial recognition technology for British citizens. This sy...
15 Oct, 2026, 01.19 PM IST
Indian passport rises to 84th rank in Henley Passport Index 2026; visa-free access to 55 destinationsIn the latest update of the Henley Passport Index for October 2026, India has found itself ranked 84th, a dip compared to earlier standings...
14 Oct, 2026, 04.44 PM IST
Marco Rubio unveils all-new “Flight of the Eagle” U.S. passport; slated for rollout in 2028A redesigned US passport, called 'Flight of the Eagle', will be introduced in 2028. This new passport will feature enhanced security measur...
14 Oct, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
Australia Work and Holiday- Subclass 462 Explained: Indians have limited opportunities to live, travel, and workThe Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement opens the door for young Indians to join the Work and Holiday visa program. Wi...
14 Oct, 2026, 01.32 PM IST
World's strongest passports: UAE leads, US ranks 10th; where does India stand?The United Arab Emirates leads the 2026 Passport Index with a Mobility Score of 182 and access to 182 destinations. India stands at the 72n...
14 Oct, 2026, 12.35 PM IST
Riyadh airport attack: Indian Embassy issues advisory; Jeddah Consulate sets up helpline for IndiansIn the face of the recent Riyadh airport attack, The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has advised Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia to follow local ...
13 Oct, 2026, 06.06 PM IST
Cambodia transitions to electronic visas at its embassies, enhancing convenience for international visitorsStarting this October, Cambodia will discontinue issuing physical visa stickers at its diplomatic missions. Application processes may diffe...
13 Oct, 2026, 12.08 PM IST
Five Gulf nations pursue Schengen visa waiver: What travellers should knowMillions of Indians live and work in the Gulf, but a Gulf residence permit does not open Europe's doors visa-free. That distinction is cent...
13 Oct, 2026, 11.33 AM IST
NRI investing in India? Wrong KYC documents can delay your investment; know what you needNavigating the KYC process for NRIs investing in India can be complex, requiring specific documents and verification steps. From ensuring d...
09 Oct, 2026, 04.49 PM IST